Business Analyst

Business Analyst 5

Primary

Location:

Lansing, Michigan

• Bachelor's degree desired. Should be a degree in or related to: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communication, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

• Knowledge of business analysis methodologies and process modeling.
• Experience in the estimation, planning and forecasting of projects.
• Experience in the documenting and gathering business, functional or technical requirements for software projects.
• Ability to organize and develop test plans and test cases working with business subject matter experts.
• Prior State government experience is a plus.

• Knowledge of IT project planning, development, and implementation with the ability to apply that knowledge to the development of requirements and RFP narrative.
• Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle and related methodologies e.g., Agile, CMMI, or other industry standard.
• Knowledge of application development environments and related tools.
• Ability to effectively make oral and written reports and presentations.
• Advanced proficiency with all MS Office applications, MS Project and Visio.
• Ability to draft requirements for Request for Proposals (RFP) for the procurement of IT solutions and services.
• Ability to perform project level analysis and produce project analysis documentations such as swim lanes, sequence diagrams, use cases, etc.
• Ability to work on complex business problems, analyzing and evaluating current business methods and procedures for improvements.
• Ability to direct and organize requirement capture activities; to establish project goals and objectives that support the DTMB and MDOC strategic plans.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, exercise sound judgment, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, customers, and enterprise technology management.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with cross-departmental and inter-agency teams; including effective communication skills with technical and non-technical groups.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan
• Competitive compensation

V-Soft Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.